Cyrus 8 Power

The 8vs integrated amplifier exemplifies the Cyrus design philosophy. It has the new "vs" (virtual servo) technology from Cyrus' top-of-the-line separate preamplifier, the Pre Xvs. Its remote has many useful features like controls to adjust balance and...

Transparency, resolution and dynamics are top class ; impressive built-in DAC ; flexibility ; upgradability

Not as powerful as some rivals

The 8XPd breaks new ground for Cyrus integrateds and sets a sky-high standard at the price

Thrillingly fast, detailed and expressive sound

Low end might be a tad too lean for some

With the Pre vs2 and the PSX-R power supply, this power amp's performance is magical.

Superb agility, dynamics and space; more muscular sound than older Cyrus kit

It looks the same as the old one

Tonal accuracy ; Massive sound ; Size

None other than possibly the minimal appearance but that is of course the successful Cyrus style